When it came to the British band black midi, we learned to expect the unexpected. But still, very few were prepared for the frantic solo debut from their frontman Geordie Grepp. ‘The New Sound’ is probably the most wild, intense and refreshing record you’ll hear in years. And although its eclectic jazz rock music moves with crazy speed and jaw dropping complexity, it somehow manages to remain emotionally relevant. Loose yet arranged. Chaotic yet controlled. The explicit lyrics consists of satirical inner monologues from different men – all tragic, all losers – and their corrupted fantasies. The result is dazzling, exhilarating and frankly, unlike anything else. In august, Geordie Greep will perform at Way Out West together with his live band.